Laser hair removal is a safe, virtually pain-free way to remove unwanted hair and achieve long-lasting results. This method targets the hair follicle, where hair begins its first stage of growth. During laser hair removal, the laser emits each pulse of energy for a fraction of a second. The hair follicle absorbs the energy, shrinks and becomes unable to grow new hair.
Depending the on the size of the area being treated, laser hair removal may take a few minutes to an hour. Multiple treatments are usually necessary for the longest- lasting results. Patients generally report no side-effects, although occasionally there is some minor irritation following the procedure. Any skin irritation usually subsides within a few hours.